UK Health Radio Podcast
UK Health Radio Podcast
94: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 94
94: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 94
94: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 94
Friday 15th November 2024
Pete Hill chats with Dr Georgina Charlesworth about Dementia Network Plus, aiming to improve communication and collaboration in dementia research and care.
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Down Barriers: Dementia Network Plus with Dr Georgina Charlesworth
Episode Overview
- Dementia Network Plus aims to improve communication between stakeholders.
- The initiative is funded by major organisations like ESRC, NIHR, and Alzheimer's Society.
- Inclusive research is crucial to represent diverse populations.
- Stigma around dementia can hinder open conversations and research funding.
- Prevention and risk reduction are important but still require more research.
Dementia is nothing to be ashamed of. If I've got a broken leg, I wouldn't mind telling people.
In this episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast, Pete Hill sits down with Dr Georgina Charlesworth from University College London to discuss Dementia Network Plus. Dr Charlesworth shares her extensive experience as a psychologist working with dementia patients and their families. The conversation covers the latest initiative, Dementia Network Plus, which aims to connect various stakeholders in the dementia community, including academics, professionals, and those with lived experiences.
This episode sheds light on the importance of communication and collaboration in dementia research and care. Dr Charlesworth explains how the initiative is funded by major organisations like the Economic and Social Research Council, the National Institute for Health Research, and the Alzheimer's Society. She also highlights the need for more inclusive research that represents diverse populations. Pete and Georgina discuss the stigma surrounding dementia and the challenges in promoting open conversations about it.
They touch on the potential for prevention and risk reduction, though acknowledging that much is still unknown. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding dementia better and learning about the efforts to improve care and support for those affected by it. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion that could change how you view dementia and its impact on society.